What is the cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley?

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley?

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Barnsley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotherham Interchange/A3 and arriving at Sheffield Road/West Way. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Barnsley?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Barnsley. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Barnsley via Meadowhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Rotherham to Barnsley?

The distance between Rotherham and Barnsley is 15 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rotherham to Barnsley without a car?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Rotherham to Barnsley?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Rotherham to Barnsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Barnsley bus from?

Rotherham to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Rotherham Interchange/A3 station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Barnsley train from?

Rotherham to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Meadowhall station.

Train or bus from Rotherham to Barnsley?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Barnsley is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Rotherham to Barnsley bus arrive?

Rotherham to Barnsley bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Sheffield Road/West Way station.

Where does the Rotherham to Barnsley train arrive?

Rotherham to Barnsley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Barnsley station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Barnsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Barnsley is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Rotherham to Barnsley.

How do I get a train ticket from Rotherham to Barnsley?

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Where can I stay near Barnsley?

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Rotherham to Barnsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rotherham to Barnsley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Meadowhall to Barnsleytrain Sheffield - Leeds / ...
36 min
£4–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Sheffield Road/West Waybus 218 / ...
1h 6m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Barnsleytaxi 12.3 mi
20 min
£28–35
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Barnsleycar 12.3 mi
20 min
£3–5

Rotherham to Barnsley by train

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Distance: 15.1 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Rotherham, England and Barnsley, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Meadowhall to Barnsley every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–2 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Yorkshire operates a bus from Rotherham Interchange/A3 to Sheffield Road/West Way every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Globe Coaches also services this route hourly.

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